Rapid Maxillary Expansion: A Unique
Treatment Modality in Dentistry
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Correspondence
Dr. S. Aravind Kumar
Department of Orthodontics
Saveetha Dental College
Chennai 600077.
Mobile: 9841299939
Phone: 04426801581-85
Background: Rapid Maxillary expansion or palatal expansion as it is sometimes called, occupies unique niche in dentofacial therapy. Rapid Maxillary expansion is a skeletal type of expansion that involves the separation of the mid-palatal suture and movement of the maxillary shelves away from each other.
Materials and Methods: An objective approach to the design of a suitable appliance should be made by preparing a list of criteria based on the biomechanical requirements of RME.
Results: RME effects the maxillary complex, palatal vaults, maxillary anterior and posterior teeth, adjacent periodontal structures to bring about an expansion in the maxillary arch.
Conclusion: The majority of dental transverse measurements changed significantly as a result of RME.